
Mica Ricketts
Mica Ricketts is a freelance beauty editor and contributor to Marie Claire. She has written for titles including Refinery29 and Who What Wear UK, and also works with beauty brands on content messaging and marketing copy. She was previously Who What Wear UK's beauty editor. As someone that has tried basically every acne product on the market, she has a particular passion for debunking skincare myths and finding products that work. Plus, with two small children at home she is all about time-saving beauty routines that boost glow and disguise dark circles.
Latest articles by Mica Ricketts
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This is the Real Damage That Nail Biting Causes—and How to Repair It
It’s time to kick the habit
By Mica Ricketts
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I’m rubbish at eye make-up, but these 9 eyeshadow sticks make me feel so polished—with zero skill required
The ultimate low-maintenance make-up hack
By Mica Ricketts
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Every single eyeshadow I use creases and eventually disappears except these 6 cream formulations
They’re not going anywhere
By Mica Ricketts
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These Are the 12 Best Moisturisers for Mature Skin to Tighten, Brighten and Hydrate Year-Round
Truly hardworking creams
By Mica Ricketts
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Did You Know Hair Experiences Multiple Forms of Damage? Here’s How to Identify Each Type—and How to Fix It
Farewell frazzled hair
By Mica Ricketts
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The Real Impact on Your Skin When You Sleep in Your Makeup
Can one night really hurt?
By Mica Ricketts
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Move Over Glass Skin—Korean Beauty Is Shifting the Spotlight to High-Shine Hair
Your guide to the best K-beauty hair products
By Mica Ricketts
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The Viral Shark FacialPro Glow + DePuffi Claims to Sculpt and Illuminate—Here’s My Honest Review
Sculpted, radiant skin in just 10 minutes
By Mica Ricketts
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If Your Aim In Life Is To Exude Quiet Luxury, Then You Need To Meet These Cashmere Fragrances
Cosy, comforting and utterly chic
By Mica Ricketts
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Can You Really Supplement Your Way To Clear Skin? I Asked the Experts
It's time for GPs, dermatologists and nutritionists to debunk the marketing claims
By Mica Ricketts
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These Are the 6 Best Non-Drying Lip Liners for Mature Skin
No feathering permitted
By Mica Ricketts
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I’ve Tried Almost Every Candle Out There—These 8 Have the Strongest Throws
Trust me, they eliminate basically any smell
By Mica Ricketts
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Make-up Artists Swear by Contouring to Lift and Define Mature Skin—Here’s How To Do It
Subtle sculpting technique
By Mica Ricketts
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We’ve Tested Dozens of Affordable Hair Dryers—These 9 Are the Standouts
All under £65
By Mica Ricketts
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I Tried Hair Filler for Faster, Smoother Styling—and It Exceeded Every Expectation
Everything you need to know
By Mica Ricketts
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The 5 Best Damage-Free Hair Ties That Will Never Snag Or Dent Your Style
Expert-approved hairbands that keep breakage at bay
By Mica Ricketts
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Black Is the New Nude: The Polished, Minimalist Nail Trend Taking Over 2025
A timeless shade that's surprisingly versatile
By Mica Ricketts
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New Fragrances Launch Every Day, But These 11 Heroes Have Hundreds of 5-Star Reviews For A Reason
Iconic scents with appealing price tags
By Mica Ricketts
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We’re Two Beauty Editors With Acne, of Course We Know These Are the 9 Best Concealers for Covering Spots
From blemishes to scars, these formulas cover it all
By Mica Ricketts
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After Many Years of Trial and Error, Here Are the 10 Best Foundations for Pale Skin—as Tested by Beauty Editors With Fair Skin
They don't compromise on the skin-like finish we love
By Mica Ricketts
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The Best Moisturisers Boost Hydration and Strengthen Your Skin’s Barrier—Here Are 16 That Do Just That for Every Skin Type
A simple step that makes the world of difference
By Mica Ricketts
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As a Fragrance Obsessive, I Never Thought I’d Say This—But These Deodorants Replaced My Perfume
Sweat less, smell amazing
By Mica Ricketts
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The Best Brightening Serums That Will Keep Your Summer Glow Going Strong
Keep glowing, even after summer ends
By Mica Ricketts
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The 7 Best Celebrity Summer Beauty Looks To Copy For Your Next Holiday
From sun-kissed cheeks to smoky eyes
By Mica Ricketts
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Trust Me, as a Beauty Editor That Never Waxes, These Are the 5 Best Bikini Trimmers for a Smooth, Irritation-Free Trim
If you're not a fan of razor burn, read on
By Mica Ricketts
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Air Dry Products Are The Low-Maintenance Way To Embrace Natural Hair Texture—These Are The 9 Best We've Ever Tried
Effortlessly chic hair with no effort required
By Mica Ricketts
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I’m Still Acne-Prone at 36—but This High-Tech Zit Zapper Has Proved Transformative
Plus, less post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
By Mica Ricketts


